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Zefclav, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Zefclav have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Zefclav depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zefclav as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zefclav go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zefclav is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zefclav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zefclav related warnings section.
Zefclav is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zefclav are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Zefclav with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zefclav is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Zefclav is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Zefclav safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zefclav without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Zefclav safe during breastfeeding?
Zefclav does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zefclav on the Kidneys?
Zefclav rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zefclav on the Liver?
Zefclav does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Zefclav on the Heart?
Using Zefclav does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Zefclav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zefclav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zefclav habit forming or addictive?
Zefclav does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Zefclav
When consumed with certain foods, Zefclav may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefclav
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zefclav and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Zefclav can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.
Yes, Zefclav might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Take Zefclav as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Zefclav can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Zefclav along with ibuprofen.
Yes Zefclav can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Zefclav. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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